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. 2021 Jun 21;23(6):e25522. doi: 10.2196/25522

Table 1.

Examples of initial codes, subthemes, and themes from the interview.

Quotation Initial code Subtheme Theme
“It is very convenient (when I am) outside (such as) going abroad. It can be taken and used everywhere.”
  • Convenient to use outside

  • Convenient to use when going abroad

  • Can be taken and used everywhere

  • Portability

  • Portability

  • Portability

  • Access

  • Access

  • Access

“Just won't forget it. I used to forget about (taking medication on time). Now once the alarm rings, I will take the medications.”
  • Do not forget

  • Take medicine on time when the alarm rings

  • Reminder of self-management

  • Cue to action

  • Assistance

  • Activation

“I used to think hypertension was not a problem. (But) the cases (provided in the app) awaked me. It is my own business to manage my daily life.”
  • Not a problem

  • Cases

  • Own business

  • Importance of self-management

  • Health education

  • Importance of self-management

  • Awareness

  • Assistance

  • Awareness